Silicone enhances wearable medical devices — 3 takeaways

Silicone feels comfortable on the skin, so wearable device manufacturers may want to opt for this technology, according to Rubber & Plastic News.

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Here are three takeaways:

 

1. Silicone won’t pull hair from skin, may be replaced various times and is waterproof.

 

2. The technology is commonly used for wound dressing due to its selective adhesion properties.

 

3. Currently, acrylic adhesives lead the wearables market as they are cost-effective.

 

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